Ananda in the Himalayas, India

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Swirled in the sacred mists of time, nestled in the Himalayas is Ananda, the World's #1 Destination Spa. (Ananda is a Sanskrit word meaning 'peaceful bliss')

Ananda-In the Himalayas is a luxury destination spa hidden within a 100-acre forest at the foothills of the Himalayas, the birthplace of India's ancient arts of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. The resort is dedicated to restoring balance through a holistic approach, incorporating the healing principles of the East and the West with a specific focus on Ayurveda and Aromatherapy, along with contemporary spa technology. Designed around a Maharaja's palace estate, Ananda features a restored Viceroy's Palace, 75 deluxe rooms and suites, and three villas, offer breathtaking views of the Ganges River and surrounding mountains. The resort's 21,000 square foot Spa features 21 treatment rooms, as well as hydrotherapy facilities, a Beauty Institute, outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam rooms and a fully equipped fitness center. An amphitheatre, yoga pavilions in lush natural surroundings and landscaped gardens complete the palatial Ananda experience. Ananda offers several outdoor adventure options including hiking, nature walks, golfing on the resort's own par-three course, plus white water rafting, visits to the wild elephants of Rajaji National Park, and elephant photo safaris at nearby Chilla National Park. Rejuvenating dining options are offered at the resort's six restaurants.